2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 1972 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Celica (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 1972 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Toyota Celica (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 1972 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
